R1 GYTR

The Yamaha R1 is one of the main protagonists of superbike racing. His successes in WorldSBK® and in many national championships around the world speak for themselves. Now you can have in your hands the R1 GYTR, created to get its maximum potential on the track and that you can customise it with the wide range of optional GYTR® parts and the help of racing experts.

ⓘ Professional pilot with advanced technique in a closed area.

Take a look

  • 998cc four-cylinder crossplane engine with titanium Akrapovič exhaust
  • GYTR® electronic package
  • GYTR® Chassis Parts
  • GYTR® Transmission System
  • GYTR® bodywork
  • High-performance, lightweight CP4 engine
  • Compact Deltabox chassis with lightweight magnesium subframe
  • KYB® 43mm front fork
  • lightweight aluminum fuel tank
  • Wide range of GYTR® PRO components to enhance your R1 GYTR

Designed for competition.

The R1 GYTR features the extraordinary 998cc CP4 crossplane four-cylinder engine, which is a direct descendant of the MotoGP-winning M1 race bike, and is available exclusively through GYTR PRO SHOPS. Its uneven firing sequence provides linear torque for exceptional performance and high levels of rear wheel traction. This, combined with its sophisticated GYTR programmable ECU, allows you to push the limits even further to get to the checkered flag.

Developed by Yamaha’s team of professional race technicians, the new R1 GYTR is a fully prepared track-only superbike delivered race-spec via GYTR PRO SHOPS. This track machine is equipped with a smart package of all the track parts and all the racing components you need to improve performance and take you to the next level.

Technical specifications

Engine type: 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder, DOHC, 4-valve


Displacement: 998cc


Bore x Stroke: 79.0×50.9mm


Compression ratio: 13.0 : 1


Lubrication system: Wet sump


Clutch type: Wet, Multi-disc


Ignition system: TCI


Starting system: Electric


Drive system: Constant take, 6-speed


Final Drive: Chain


Carburettor: Fuel injection

Chassis: Aluminum Deltabox, Diamond


Advance angle of the pivot: 24th


Pivot lead: 102 mm


Suspension system: front


Telescopic: telescopic fork


Rear suspension system: link type suspension, swing arm


Front Travel: 120mm


Rear travel: 120mm


Front brake: Double hydraulic disc, Ø 320 mm


Rear brake: One hydraulic brake disc, Ø 220 mm


Front tire: 120/70 ZR17M/C (58 W), tubeless


Rear tyre: 190/55 ZR17M/C (75 W), tubeless

Total length: 2055 mm


Total width: 690 mm


Total height: 1165 mm


Seat height: 855 mm


Wheelbase: 1405mm


Minimum ground clearance: 130 mm


Weight (including full oil tank and fuel tank): 201 kg


Fuel tank capacity: 17 l


Oil tank capacity: 4.9 l